Vanessa Williams Mourns the Loss of Her Mother, Helen Louise Williams, at 85

Helen Louise Williams passed away in London from complications of acute liver failure shortly after celebrating her 85th birthday and attending her daughter's West End debut.

Helen Louise Williams, a former music teacher and advocate for the arts, died on December 28, 2024, in London from complications of acute liver failure.
She had traveled to London to celebrate her 85th birthday with 150 family and friends and to attend the opening night of Vanessa Williams' performance in 'The Devil Wears Prada' musical.
Vanessa Williams shared a heartfelt tribute to her mother, describing her as a 'powerhouse' and 'force of nature' who deeply impacted those around her.
Helen Williams had a distinguished career in education, teaching music for over 40 years and co-authoring a memoir with her daughter in 2012.
Vanessa Williams will take a brief leave from her role in 'The Devil Wears Prada,' with performances resuming on January 16, 2025.